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Porridge - Series Two [1975] [DVD]
 
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Porridge - Series Two [1975] [DVD]

Ronnie Barker , Brian Wilde    Parental Guidance   DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
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  • Actors: Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale, Sam Kelly
  • Format: PAL, Full Screen
  • Language English
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 4:3 - 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: 2 Entertain Video
  • DVD Release Date: 30 Sep 2002
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00006G9VK
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 14,860 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)

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Special Features

English
Region 2

Synopsis

This DVD contains all six episodes from the second series of Porridge, and the pilot episode "Prisoner and Escort". The 1970s Britcom stars Ronnie Barker and Richard Beckinsale (Kate's father) as prison inmates. Lennie Godber (Beckinsale) is adjusting to prison life and tough guy Norman Stanley "Fletch" Fletcher (Barker) is still looking out for him. Episodes include: "Just Desserts," "Disturbing the Peace," "Happy Release" and more.


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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By D. Evans VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
Although every series of Porridge is superb, series 2 just about has the edge as the best of the 3 series made. By this stage the writers were so confident in their abilities, that they are able to write an entire episode around the premise of a stolen tin of pineapple chunks. In addition this opening episode also features Fletcher's classic line to his fellow inmates, "gentlemen we have a thief among us". Mr McKay's role as Fletcher's nemesis is increased, perhaps at the expense of Mr Barrowclough originally intended to be the central Prison officer figure. Richard Beckinsale is now very much a main character as well, with some of the actors from the first series, such as Brian Glover having been phased out. This is highly recommended and again cements the BBC's reputation for excellent sitcoms.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By A. Marczak TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:DVD
This is one of THE classic comedy series of all time. It is timeless in its appeal, and its age doesn't show at all. Yes it is 30 years old now.

To say there are no extras is a bit mean. You get the original Pilot episode "Prisoner and Escort" on this DVD, so in effect getting 7 episodes for the price of 6.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By DB
Format:DVD
Just as comical as Series 1, this is however weaker. The stories are much more centred around Fletch. Heslop dissapears from the face of Slade Prison, Lukewarm and Godber are both seen less, fortunately Blanco is introduced, an old man Blanco, who appears in two of the episodes and does a brilliant job. McClaren and Warren get much bigger parts and Ives can be heard to say 'ere listen as much as ever and even Big Grouty makes an appearance in one episode.

The ideas behind the scripts are however much better seeeing Fletch suffer from constant disturbances throughout the day while attempting to get some sleep to fixing a boxing match which either outcome means he suffers to trying to solve the mystery of his missing pineapple, which he stole from the kitchen to tricking Noris into searching for some hidden treasure of Blanco's.

Well worth it, still as enjoyable as ever
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Sheer genius
This is easily the funniest comedy ever made.The characters are very strong - Mackay the harsh scottish guard with his neck 'twitch', Barrowclough the well-meaning and gullible... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lord Anon
Classic
Porridge is a classic series, this DVD came in excellent condition and has many classic lines (e.g. when somebody nicks Fletcher's Pineapple Chunks he proclaims "There is a thief... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. M. A. Ward
Are all the Series 2 CDs defective?
I have the boxed DVD set - each one is wonderful... except series 2. I'm sure it would be wonderful if I could only watch it. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2010 by John David Townsend
Truly Funny
If you are longing to watch truly funny television, no offensive language, no gratuitously rude remarks about anybody, just plain good humour, often making you burst laughing out... Read more
Published on 19 April 2009 by Alan Hadfield
Classic Ronnie Barker
I have recently bought the three Porridge series. This, the second series also includes the pilot episode which I had never seen. Which is a definate bonus. Read more
Published on 4 April 2009 by History Buff
Mean, Moody, Magnificent.
I inherited season one from my brother and decided to buy season two because my favorite ever episode is 'Disturbing The Peace' in which Mr Barrowclough is tranferred to the prison... Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2008 by John Meanwood
A testament to British comedy - at it's VERY best
More from Fletcher as he uses all his cunning to score "little victories" and make his lot in Slade as easy as possible (Harry Grout allowing of course!). Read more
Published on 25 April 2008 by Gooner
A vintage slice of charming classic golden comedy
To call this a golden nugget is a bit of an understatement. I think for my money this is probably the strongest of all the series's, with a lot of the best episodes on it for... Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2007 by Richard
Brilliant
One of the best british comedies!! Anybody who is a fan of yes minister and all the other golden oldies should have this in their dvd collection.
Published on 30 Jan 2005 by C. Wilson
timeless
Another great series and possibly one of the greatest British sitcoms. More of the same laughs, scrapes and musings from inside Slade prison. Read more
Published on 10 Feb 2004 by Aux
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